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Santorum facing shift in strategy
Rick Santorum does not plan to abandon his Christian rhetoric or shoestring campaign. But he is being forced to shift his strategy to counter perceptions that he is obsessed with controversial social issues.
(By Nia-Malika Henderson and Sandhya Somashekhar)
Iran's underground nuclear sites are vulnerable, experts say
Bunker-busting weapons have the capability to bore through up to 200 feet of dirt and rock before exploding.
(By Joby Warrick)
Bernanke strikes cautious tone
Amid new signs economic recovery is accelerating, Fed chair testifies that many factors could knock it off-course.
(By Zachary A. Goldfarb)
How to clear your search history before Google's privacy policy changes
A new privacy policy that tracks users across the Web giant's products goes into effect tomorrow.
(By Hayley Tsukayama)
Did first Americans come from Europe?
A radical theory proposes that the first Americans sailed from Europe to America 20,000 years ago, landing in the Delmarva peninsula.
(By Brian Vastag)
NATION
North Korea will suspend nuclear, missile tests
The nation has also agreed to suspend uranium enrichment and allow IAEA inspections.
( by William Wan , The Washington Post)
Tina Strobos, rescuer of more than 100 Jews during the Holocaust
Tina Strobos was a psychiatry student when she joined the Dutch underground during World War II. She died Feb. 27 at 91.
( by Emily Langer , The Washington Post)
Lots to learn at defense budget hearings for those who pay attention
FINE PRINT | They offer a feel for how much is controlled by legislators, knowledgeable or not.
(, The Washington Post)
Alias causes confusion as wrong man is detained in Cairo
Makkawi is found to be different man than Saif al-Adel, who is on FBI's wanted terrorist list
( by Karen DeYoung and Leila Fadel , The Washington Post)
Did first Americans come from Europe?
A radical theory proposes that the first Americans sailed from Europe to America 20,000 years ago, landing in the Delmarva peninsula.
( by Brian Vastag , The Washington Post)
More National: Breaking National News & Headlines - Washington Post
METRO
July 1 shutdown possible in Virginia
State senators trade charges of hostage-taking as united Democrats again block budget bill.
( by Laura Vozzella , The Washington Post)
Arlington, Alexandria Animal Watch listings
Homeowners in Alexandria are advised to find caretakers for their two dogs when they leave town; an Australian shepherd and miniature poodle are taken in as strays in Arlington.
(, The Washington Post)
Things to do in Arlington, Alexandria
Tax-preparation help, dance lessons, art exhibits, theater, exercise classes and more the week of March 1-8, 2012.
(, The Washington Post)
Crime listings for Arlington, Alexandria
Among incidents Feb. 15-21 reported by Arlington County and Alexandria police.
(, The Washington Post)
Where to volunteer in Alexandria and Arlington
Needs this week include an art exhibition planner, a farmers market coordinator, Meals on Wheels volunteers and yoga enthusiasts.
(, The Washington Post)
More Post Local: Washington, DC Area News, Traffic, Weather, Sports & More - The Washington Post
POLITICS
July 1 shutdown possible in Virginia
State senators trade charges of hostage-taking as united Democrats again block budget bill.
( by Laura Vozzella , The Washington Post)
Evans eager to remain on D.C. Council
After 21 years on the job, Jack Evans, 58, still gets excited. So he's running a seventh time.
( by Mike DeBonis , The Washington Post)
Panel told of 'troubling' VA underfunding
Witnesses tell a Senate committee that proposed cuts in VA spending on major construction projects threaten efforts to update aging buildings.
( by Steve Vogel , The Washington Post)
Santorum facing shift in strategy
Rick Santorum does not plan to abandon his Christian rhetoric or shoestring campaign. But he is being forced to shift his strategy to counter perceptions that he is obsessed with controversial social issues.
( by Nia-Malika Henderson and Sandhya Somashekhar , The Washington Post)
Md. proposal could be ticket out of jail
Under legislation scheduled for votes Thursday, more crimes would be handled with citations, instead of immediate jailing.
( by Aaron C. Davis and Dan Morse , The Washington Post)
More Post Politics: Breaking Politics News, Political Analysis & More - The Washington Post
STYLE
Marry me — or else
Is issuing an ultimatum of marriage a good idea?
(, The Washington Post)
D.C. wellness calendar, March 1-8
Health and fitness events and meetings in the coming week
(, The Washington Post)
Bristol Palin 'Tripps' into spotlight
TV COLUMN | Lifetime will produce a series about Palin's life as a single mother of son Tripp.
(, The Washington Post)
Activists bolster political causes with 'The Help' and 'A Better Life'
Social media has helped encourage greater activism based on the movies "The Help" and "A Better Life."
( by David Montgomery , The Washington Post)
Kids help special athletes, and everyone wins
Unified teams pair athletes with disabilities with kid volunteers. Everyone plays, learns and has fun.
(, The Washington Post)
More Style: Culture, Arts, Ideas & More - The Washington Post
SPORTS
TV and radio listings: March 1
(, The Washington Post)
United suffers loss in preseason win
Midfielder Danny Cruz, acquired in the offseason from Houston, suffers what might be a fractured ankle in United's win in Charleston.
( by Steven Goff , The Washington Post)
North Point advances
ROUNDUP | Senior Diana Logan scores a game-high 26 points to lead North Point into the Maryland 4A East final.
( From Staff Reports , The Washington Post)
Eagles roll in league tournament
American continues its dominance against Army, remaining undefeated against the Black Knights at home with an easy win in the Patriot League quarterfinals.
( by Kathy Orton , The Washington Post)
New lineup, same result for Wizards
Coach Randy Wittman goes with a new starting lineup against Orlando, but Washington can't change the outcome as it loses its sixth straight.
( by Michael Lee , The Washington Post)
More Sports: Sports News, Scores, Analysis, Schedules & More - The Washington Post
WORLD
Cuba drills for oil, but U.S. unprepared for spill
The U.S. embargo, entering its 50th year, makes drawing up contigency plans much harder.
( by William Booth , The Washington Post)
Syrian army said to launch new offensive
Rebels in Homs reportedly offering stiff resistance; most communication links to Bab Amr neighborhood severed.
( by Liz Sly , The Washington Post)
North Korea will suspend nuclear, missile tests
The nation has also agreed to suspend uranium enrichment and allow IAEA inspections.
( by William Wan , The Washington Post)
Lots to learn at defense budget hearings for those who pay attention
FINE PRINT | They offer a feel for how much is controlled by legislators, knowledgeable or not.
(, The Washington Post)
Alias causes confusion as wrong man is detained in Cairo
Makkawi is found to be different man than Saif al-Adel, who is on FBI's wanted terrorist list
( by Karen DeYoung and Leila Fadel , The Washington Post)
More World: World News, International News, Foreign Reporting - The Washington Post
LIVE DISCUSSIONS
Got Plans? With the Going Out Gurus
Got Plans? Discuss great ideas for local entertainment, dates and family fun.
(, vForum)
Celebritology Live
Join Celebritology blogger Jen Chaney to gab about the latest celebrity gossip and pop culture news making waves across the Web.
(, vForum)
The Web Hostess: Online manners, memes and must-see video
A weekly chat about the best ways to kill time online. Our Web Hostess, Monica Hesse, sifts the Internet so you don't have to, searching for meaning, manners and the next great meme.
(, vForum)
Advice from Slate's 'Dear Prudence'
Live discussion with Slate advice columnist Dear Prudence, a.k.a. Emily Yoffe.
(, vForum)
The Reliable Source Live
Washington Post columnists Amy Argetsinger and Roxanne Roberts discussed your favorite gossip, celebrity sightings and their recent columns.
(, vForum)
More Conversations: Discussions, Blogs, Debates, Live Q&A's and More - The Washington Post
TECHNOLOGY
Lytro camera a 'game-changer'
Lytro not only sees color and light, but can understand the direction the light moves in while snapping a photo.
( by Joshua Topolsky , The Washington Post)
Windows 8 preview: Now it's the consumers' turn
(, The Washington Post)
Mobile World Congress 2012: The coolest, tablets, phones, and other products
The world's top tech companies are gathered in Barcelona this week for the 2012 Mobile World Congress. Here's a glimpse at some of the coolest products unveiled so far.
(, The Washington Post)
'iPad 3': Rumors ramp up as March 7 event nears
Apple sent out invitations Tuesday for what's expected to be an 'iPad 3' media event, and one analyst is saying that the new tablet may be "significant"thanks to rumored features.
(, The Washington Post)
Apple iPhone loophole could share photos with developers
App developers may have access to users' photo libraries.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
More Technology News - The Washington Post
EDITORIAL
Extremist for the wealthy
Romney's "gaffes" reveal his radical views.
(, The Washington Post)
A moderate's lament
The last vestiges of sense flee the Senate.
(, The Washington Post)
Fantasy and reality in Afghanistan
The U.S. must remember it can't impose its vision for the country.
(, The Washington Post)
Another Super PAC myth
If they're "kingmakers," then where's the king?
(, The Washington Post)
Yemen's peaceful transition
A key counterpoint to violence elsewhere.
(, The Washington Post)
More Opinions: Washington Post Opinion, Editorial, Op Ed, Politics Editorials - The Washington Post
BUSINESS
Google's new privacy policy goes into effect Mar. 1
( , The Washington Post)
Senators don't like Facebook's potential tax savings
Two Democratic senators introduced a bill that would close what they called a significant loophole in the country's tax code, which allows companies to take a hefty deduction when employees cash in their stock options.
( by Jia Lynn Yang , The Washington Post)
ECB pumps a fresh $700 billion into euro banks
The new round of loans, like the first in December, is expected to further ease financial conditions in the currency region.
( by Howard Schneider , The Washington Post)
Critical conference call for Greece
A committee of the International Swaps and Derivatives Association will delve deep into the arcana of government bonds on Thursday and decide: Has Greece stiffed its bondholders?
( by Howard Schneider , The Washington Post)
Bernanke strikes cautious tone
Amid new signs economic recovery is accelerating, Fed chair testifies that many factors could knock it off-course.
( by Zachary A. Goldfarb , The Washington Post)
More Business News, Financial News, Business Headlines & Analysis - The Washington Post
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